Eye Twitching

Eye twitching refers to the involuntary spasms or tics of the eyelid, in which the muscle around the eye moves repeatedly and without voluntary control.

How it presents: It is usually felt as a brief trembling or fluttering in the eyelid, generally mild and passing, although it can be bothersome when it recurs.

Common causes: It is frequently associated with fatigue, stress, lack of sleep, excess caffeine, or eye irritation.

When is it advisable to have it reviewed? If the spasms are persistent, affect other parts of the face, or are accompanied by other eye symptoms, it is worth consulting about them. The ophthalmologist is the right professional to evaluate the health of the eyes and rule out other causes when the discomfort does not ease.